Walmart Released Masks and Vaccinations Guidance
On May 14, Walmart released new guidance to U.S. field associates regarding masks and vaccinations. “We’re encouraging all associates to get vaccinated and help end…
When You Have Been Fully Vaccinated
Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, and allow them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds…
Implanted Medical Devices Affected by Cell Phones
FDA warns, magnets in cell phones and smart watches may affect pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. “Some consumer electronic devices, such as certain cell…
President Biden’s Efforts to Get America Vaccinated
On May 11, President Biden announced additional efforts to get America vaccinated and meet his goal for 70% of the U.S. adult population to have…
CVS Pharmacy Update for CarePass Members
On May 11, CVS Pharmacy announced about new upgrade to its CarePass membership program, with prescription delivery within hours now free for eligible CarePass members…
FDA Authorizes Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine For EUA
On May 10, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration expanded the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for the prevention of coronavirus…
Kroger OTC BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test
On May 5, the Kroger Health healthcare division announced the launch of Abbott’s BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test, an over-the-counter SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen test that…
FDA And Use of Healthier Foods Symbols
“The FDA is committed to finding new ways to reduce the burden of chronic disease through improved nutrition. We look forward to using our tools…
New Programs From Walgreens and Walmart
Walgreens and Walmart recently announced about new programs and collaborations against the background of COVID-19. Walgreens Same Day Delivery in under two hours builds on…
Walgreens Survey: COVID-19 Impact on Mental Heath
On May 4, Walgreens said about COVID-19 impact on mental heath and wellbeing: according to the company data, 73 percent of those vaccinated say getting…